Our values

Excellence in education

We
offer a rigorous, high-quality, and affordable education to all of our students.
See the amazing differences that many of our graduates have made.

Your success

To
ensure your future success, we are committed to placing the needs of you, the
learner, at the center of everything we do. Our distinguished professors are
committed not only to teaching you, but serving as mentors and working with you
as well. Here, hands-on learning and the opportunities for
research and creative pursuits
are available to you, even as an undergraduate.

Distance
education

Diversity

Celebrating
and promoting diversity is a cornerstone of the university. To help broaden your university experience, we sponsor a
variety of international opportunities and multicultural events. We welcome nearly 1,000 international students to our campus each year, representing more than 60 countries worldwide.

We
promote inclusion throughout your entire university curriculum. Additionally,
we create opportunities
for all diverse groups to share their perspectives and knowledge—so all
students receive a rich learning experience. Together, we build a civil,
engaging, and respectful campus climate where all backgrounds are respected.

All
students are encouraged to participate in our wide array of student clubs and
organizations that foster diverse interests.

Integrity

Fairness
and honesty aren’t only traits of an admirable person—they are also traits of
admirable organizations. We strive for just that, and are committed to
transparency and accountability—to fairness and honesty—in everything we do.
All of our latest facts and statistics can be found at the Office of Planning
and Institutional Research.

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